Nigeria Enhances Border Security With Real-Time Traveler Monitoring

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced that everyone entering or leaving Nigeria is now pre-profiled and monitored in real time.

Tunji-Ojo made this statement on Tuesday during the conclusion of the second phase of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Knowledge Transfer Training, which was led by international experts.

The Minister emphasized that this initiative is part of President Bola Tinubu’s broader vision for a reformed Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) that strengthens border security. He noted that strategic investments in infrastructure and human capacity development are already enhancing operational efficiency.

He highlighted that the newly built Command and Control Centre now enables real-time profiling and monitoring of travelers, showcasing the President’s commitment to reform.

Tunji-Ojo also praised the leadership of the NIS under Comptroller-General Kemi Nanna Nandap for spearheading innovative solutions in border governance.

Additionally, 105 officers who underwent the training will soon be deployed to border posts to enhance the service’s operations.